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Mar 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Mobile Ads Are Coming to Discord

Discord, the popular chat app among gamers, is set to introduce ads on its mobile version. This change is part of a bigger plan to expand its advertising reach. The new ads, called Video Quests, will let users watch videos to earn rewards like avatar decorations and in-game items. This feature has a

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Mar 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Pixel 9a: Google's Latest Budget Phone

The mobile industry is in a strange place. Every new phone release feels like a game of "Spot the Difference. " Whether it's the latest iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, or Google Pixel, it's hard to see what's truly new. The Google Pixel 9a is no exception. It's priced at $499, the same as last year's Pixel

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Mar 20 2025POLITICS

Judicial Pushback: A New Twist in Political Power Plays

In the realm of politics, leaders often find ways to sidestep judicial checks. However, the current U. S. president has taken a unique approach. Instead of trying to weaken the courts first, he has acted as if the judiciary is already powerless to stop him. This tactic is quite different from wha

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Mar 20 2025FINANCE

The Euro's Struggle: Trade Wars and Economic Uncertainty

The Euro is having a tough time right now. It dropped to around 1. 0830 against the US Dollar. This happened because the European Central Bank (ECB) is worried about the trade war led by US President Donald Trump. The ECB's president, Christine Lagarde, thinks this trade war could slow down the Euro

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Mar 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Switch 2: A Glimpse Into Future Gaming?

The Nintendo Switch is getting a facelift with the upcoming Switch 2, and gamers are buzzing with anticipation. One game, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, has sparked some interesting discussions. This game, originally released on the Wii U, has been given a significant makeover for the S

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Mar 20 2025POLITICS

A Politician's Fall From Grace

A Minnesota lawmaker has stepped down from his position after being ensnared in a legal trap. Justin Eichorn, a Republican senator from Grand Rapids, handed in his resignation after being caught in a sting operation. This operation targeted individuals involved in commercial sex with minors. The new

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Mar 20 2025CELEBRITIES

Actors and Media in Courtroom Drama

The legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni is heating up. Lively is pushing for Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit to be thrown out. This lawsuit is a response to Lively's sexual harassment complaint filed with the California Civil Rights Department. Lively's legal team argues that Baldoni

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Mar 20 2025HEALTH

Illinois Health Systems Under Scrutiny: The Push for Better Reporting of Abuse

Illinois is taking steps to tackle sexual misconduct in healthcare. A recent push aims to strengthen how healthcare workers and systems handle and report sexual misconduct claims. The goal is to prevent abuse from being swept under the rug. This comes after a series of revelations about how some hea

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Mar 20 2025SCIENCE

Diamond's Hidden Dance: Unmasking the Secrets of Oxidation

The world of diamonds is not just about sparkle and shine. These precious stones have a lot to offer in the fields of electronics and optics. However, making diamonds behave the way scientists want is no easy task. The usual method involves using heat and oxygen to shape them, but this process is fa

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Mar 20 2025POLITICS

Student Loans in Limbo as Education Department Faces Overhaul

The Education Department is in for a major shake-up. President Trump is poised to sign an order that will start the process of shutting it down. This move is part of a long-standing conservative goal to scale back federal involvement in education. Yet, it's important to note that fully eliminating t

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